2000 GMC Safari vs. 2010 Audi S3
To start off, 2010 Audi S3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 500 kg more than 2010 Audi S3.
Because 2010 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S3 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 GMC Safari (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi S3. (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi S3. 2000 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi S3 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 GMC Safari | 2010 Audi S3 | |
Make | GMC | Audi |
Model | Safari | S3 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 60 L |